Restaurant · Vertical x State
Florida hosts a strong stretch of restaurant leadership conferences in 2026, concentrated between January and February across cities like Orlando, Tampa, and Fort Myers.
For more context, the breakdowns below show geographic and schedule distribution.
| City | Conferences |
|---|---|
| Orlando | 2 |
| Miami Beach | 2 |
| Clearwater | 1 |
| Fort Walton Beach | 1 |
| Fort Myers | 1 |
| Tampa | 1 |
| Miramar Beach | 1 |
| Miami | 1 |
| Month | Conferences |
|---|---|
| January | 3 |
| February | 4 |
| March | 2 |
| April | 1 |
Of the 10 Restaurant conferences in Florida, 1 hold a Tier A rating. Orlando hosts the most events in this cut, with 2 on the calendar. February is the busiest month, with 4 conferences scheduled. Ticket pricing splits 4 at the $ tier and 1 at the $$$ tier, so entry costs vary widely across the set. Seatrade Cruise Global tops the Tier-ranked list, held in Miami Beach. The most common stated purpose is Growth / Revenue, covering 8 of the 10 events in this cut. Event length averages 2.5 days across the set, with the longest running 4 days.
Jan 11–13, 2026Orlando, FL2k–5k attendees
Based on 2k–5k annual attendees, ICR Conference ranks solidly as a high-value conference within the Restaurant sector. Operators building pipeline in the Restaurant space, this gathering should be on your shortlist.
Jan 21–21, 2026Clearwater, FL<500 attendees$ ticket
Given its <500 expected attendees, SHFM Florida Local has cemented its place as a niche event in the Restaurant industry. Attendance pricing of $ signals a serious operator audience, and the Orbital team rates it in the specialist tier based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. Sales teams working the Restaurant space, this conference belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.
Jan 27–27, 2026Fort Walton Beach, FL$ ticket
Performance Foodservice Valdosta Foodcentric Event stands as a Silver-rated gathering for the Restaurant vertical. Registration at $ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, leading Orbital to rate it as a Silver event drawing on multi-cycle exhibitor feedback and verified attendee role data. If you're selling into the Restaurant vertical, the show is worth a serious look.
Feb 1–4, 2026Orlando, FL1k–2k attendees$$$ ticket
With 1k–2k industry professionals on the floor, RILA LINK Retail Supply Chain Conference sits firmly as a strong-performing show across the Restaurant space. Ticket pricing at $$$ signals a serious operator audience, and our team places it among Gold events using a framework weighted toward decision-maker access and verified exhibitor ROI. Operators building pipeline in the Restaurant space, this conference merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.
Feb 1–3, 2026Fort Myers, FL<500 attendees
With <500 industry professionals on the floor, BITAC Food & Beverage sits firmly as an accessible show across the Restaurant space. Sales teams working the Restaurant market, this event deserves a line item in your event budget.
Feb 9–11, 2026Tampa, FL500–1k attendees$ ticket
Based on 500–1k annual attendees, NICA Business Expo & Fare Foods Food Show ranks solidly as a reliable conference within the Restaurant sector. Entry at $ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, which is why Orbital rates it at Silver drawing on multi-cycle exhibitor feedback and verified attendee role data. Operators building pipeline in the Restaurant category, this event deserves a line item in your event budget.
Feb 10–12, 2026Miami Beach, FL<500 attendees$$ ticket
Considering <500 registered participants, NACS Leadership Forum stands as a Silver-rated gathering for the Restaurant vertical. Registration at $$ implies a vetted crowd of decision-makers, leading Orbital to rate it as a Silver event using a framework weighted toward decision-maker access and verified exhibitor ROI. For teams targeting the Restaurant space, this gathering merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.
Mar 11–11, 2026Miramar Beach, FL$ ticket
FoodCentric Expo ranks solidly as an entry-level conference within the Restaurant sector. Entry at $ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, which is why Orbital rates it at Bronze drawing on multi-cycle exhibitor feedback and verified attendee role data. If you're selling into the Restaurant industry, this show belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.
Mar 12–13, 2026Miami, FL1k–2k attendees$$ ticket
Given its 1k–2k expected attendees, ADI Craft Spirits Conference & Expo has cemented its place as a dependable event in the Restaurant industry. Attendance pricing of $$ signals a serious operator audience, and the Orbital team rates it in the mid tier based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. Sales teams working the Restaurant space, this conference deserves a line item in your event budget.
Apr 13–16, 2026Miami Beach, FL10k+ attendees$$ ticket
Considering 10k+ registered participants, Seatrade Cruise Global stands as a top-tier gathering for the Restaurant vertical. Registration at $$ signals a serious operator audience, leading Orbital to rate it as a Platinum event using a framework weighted toward decision-maker access and verified exhibitor ROI. For teams targeting the Restaurant space, this gathering is worth a serious look.
All 10 conferences at a glance
| Conference | Tier |
|---|---|
| ICR Conference | GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| SHFM Florida Local | BronzeOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| Performance Foodservice Valdosta Foodcentric Event | SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| RILA LINK Retail Supply Chain Conference | GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| BITAC Food & Beverage | BronzeOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| NICA Business Expo & Fare Foods Food Show | SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| NACS Leadership Forum | SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| FoodCentric Expo | BronzeOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| ADI Craft Spirits Conference & Expo | SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| Seatrade Cruise Global | PlatinumOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
There are 10 Restaurant conferences listed for Florida in this guide. Browse the full list above to compare dates, locations, and expected attendance.
ICR Conference is one of the largest events on this list with approximately 2k–5k attendees. It takes place Jan 11–13, 2026. Location: Orlando, FL.
FoodCentric Expo has the lowest ticket price on this list ($). It's held in Miramar Beach, FL.
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